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Does helping others give you job satisfaction?
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Part-Time, ongoing position
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9.30 – 2.30pm, 3 days per week
About ELMHS
ELMHS provides a range of mental health services to pregnant mothers, infants, children and adolescents and their families within the Southern Region.
The organisational and clinical model has been developed to provide mental health care that is flexible and responsive to the individual and developmental needs of the perinatal to youth populations and their families. As such, this model will support the provision of integrated mental health care for young people, guided by consistent, service-wide protocols and principles of care.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and professional ward clerk to join the Early in Life Mental Health Service (ELMHS) team located at our Oasis Inpatient unit at Monash Childrens Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a vital public health service by delivering high-quality front reception and administrative support across multiple sites. In this role, you will:
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Providing efficient and effective clerical support to ward staff, patients and visitors
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Actively supporting the functioning of the ward
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Acting as a resource for other staff and working effectively within a multidisciplinary team
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Provide welcoming and responsive front-line customer service to clients, families, and staff.
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Support the service’s information management functions, including accurate data entry and maintenance of client records.
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Assist with operational and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of the service.
About You
You are a compassionate and reliable professional who thrives in a dynamic healthcare environment. You demonstrate integrity, accountability, and respect in all interactions and are committed to delivering person-centred service. To be successful in this role, you will have:
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Minimum of two years’ experience in an reception /administrative role (experience in a mental health or healthcare setting is desirable).
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on customer service.
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Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
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High attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and confidentiality.
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Proficiency in using administrative systems and databases.
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Willingness and ability to travel across Monash Health sites as required.
For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Rachel Koch on (03) 9594 1300.
Position Description can be found here
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close February 12th, 2026.
Other facts
About Monash Health
Monash Health is Victoria, Australia’s largest and most comprehensive health service.
We deliver care for people over their entire lifespan, from pre-birth to end-of-life, providing consolidated, integrated, comprehensive, and often highly complex care.
With 25,500 employees, Monash Health provides care to south-eastern metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria via telehealth, within local communities, and in people’s homes.
Our major hospitals include Monash Medical Centre, Monash Children’s Hospital, Dandenong Hospital, Casey Hospital, and the newly opened Victorian Heart Hospital, which is Australia’s first dedicated cardiac hospital. Monash Health provides significant care at Moorabbin Hospital, the Kingston Centre, and the Cranbourne Integrated Community Care Centre, and in total, they operate more than 40 care locations.
Monash Health is uniquely positioned as a large-scale, publicly funded health service that improves the health outcomes of their community. Annually, we provide more than 3.6 million episodes of care and deliver more than 10,000 babies.
We’re committed to being a fair, equitable, and non-discriminatory workplace that maximises the talent, potential, and contribution of all employees. With such a wide range of locations and specialties, we’ll proudly help you grow your career in healthcare.
What you'll do
- The ward clerk will provide efficient clerical support to ward staff, patients, and visitors while actively supporting the functioning of the ward. They will also assist with operational and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of the service.
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